Vox:
Apprenticeship policy in England: Increasing skills versus boosting young people's job prospects
6 October 2012
As in every downturn, youth unemployment is a serious concern. This column looks at apprenticeship policy in England. It argues that England is a long way off the apprentice numbers of countries like Germany but with a clear strategy, some nudging, and flexibility, England could realistically aim for the prize that has so far eluded it – higher skills and high youth participation in the workforce.
The article was published by Vox on October 6, 2012
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Related links
Hilary Steedman webpage
Education and Skills Programme webpage
Hilary Steedman CEP Publications webpage